Isaiah 49-51
Two of the “Servant Songs” are here in these three chapters for today.
Isaiah 49:1-13. Why did God bring forth His Servant (Think Jesus!) from the womb? These verses list several great reasons; Jesus was born to:
- To teach; “He made my mouth like a sharp sword!” (v. 2)
- To glorify the Lord; (v. 3)
- To revive Jacob (Israel); (v. 5)
- To be a light to the nations (Gentiles); (v. 6)
Isaiah 50:4-11. What has the Lord given to His Servant (think Jesus!)? Here’s a list; The Lord gave to Jesus:
- A teaching gift; (v. 4)
- A listening gift; (vv. 4-5)
- Holiness; (v. 5)
- Perseverance; (v. 5)
- A willing to endure unjust suffering; (vv. 6f)
- Help and vindication; (vv. 6-9)
- Isaiah 51 promises God’s comfort, once again, to God’s people, yet calls them to do several things:
- Look to Abraham’s example! (v. 2)
- Give attention to the Lord! (vv. 4, 7)
- Awake and be strong in the Lord! (vv. 7, 17)
Your fellow pilgrim through the Prophets,
Pastor Gary
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